Making democracy work isn’t easy, as recent events have made clear. Some critics would argue that technology is making it worse. But one startup is hoping that AI could help bridge some differences instead of widen them. “I had an a-ha moment one day when I realized people are asking AI to explain something like […]
Archives for 29th September 2025
HYBE Idols Triggers Heated Debate With Messages Using AAVE
The issue surrounding idols using AAVE has continued to be a topic of debate. K-Pop Idols Using AAVE — Is It A Problem? AAVE, or African-American Vernacular English, is a variety of English spoken primarily by black communities in America. Frequently today, AAVE is mislabeled as Gen-Z or TikTok slang and lingo. Recently, KATSEYE Lara‘s use […]
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You read that right. From today through October 3, we’re offering an exclusive deal just for founders and investors at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025: Founder Bundle Passes: Groups of 4–9 founders save 15%. Investor Bundle Passes: Groups of 4–9 investors save 20% (up from 15%). Round up your founder community or investor network, spread the news […]
3 bold predictions for the Toronto Maple Leafs’ 2025-26 season
The core four are no more in Toronto. After seven years together, the Maple Leafs finally broke up their top-heavy, highly paid forward quartet, sending Mitch Marner to the Vegas Golden Knights in a sign-and-trade over the offseason. It was a much-needed change for everyone involved, but there’s still no replacing a 100-point, Selke-level winger, […]
i-dle Miyeon’s “Aging” Visuals Slammed Following Latest Appearance, Photos Go Viral
i-dle‘s (formerly (G)I-DLE) Miyeon is making headlines online after new event photos surfaced. A viral post on Pann criticizing her visuals has already racked up more than 21,000 views, sparking debate among fans and netizens. | @noodle.zip/Instagram Earlier this month, Miyeon attended the Maison Kitsuné 2025 F/W campaign “An Uptown City Fox.” Photos from the […]